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We are delighted to have you on our blog page. Here, we will be sharing two series initiated by David Longpre, namely "Why Architects Deserve Their Fees" and "Unrolling the Blueprint: Exploring the World of Architecture." Our LinkedIn page is updated frequently, and we will be sharing our previous posts here until we reach the latest ones. Please have a look below.
David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 16: INTUITION
Intuition is the outcome of years of professional experience, grounded in sensory understanding—listening, observing, touching, smelling....
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 15: ARCHITECTURAL THERAPY
Architecture has the power to shape not just our physical world, but our psychological landscapes as well.
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 14: BRANDING
Think of your favorite commercial space, be it a cafe, office, or retail store. What you're seeing isn't just a physical structure.
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 13: BIOPHILIA
Biophilia, the inherent human affinity for nature, is a concept architects often employ in their designs.
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 12: PROTECTORS
The 2020s bring with them an array of challenges and opportunities. As construction technologies advance and the global landscape changes...
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 11: CITY CHALLENGES
Navigating city permits, zoning laws, and building codes can be a labyrinthine process for the uninitiated. A missed detail or misinterprete
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 10: MIND READING
An architect doesn’t just design buildings; they interpret dreams. They listen, not just to words, but to the unspoken nuances, the subtle..
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 09: PUBLIC SAFETY
The architect’s duty to safeguard the public isn’t just a professional guideline; it's a moral and legal obligation.
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECTS MERIT THEIR FEES 08: LICENSURE
The Oral Exams, conducted by representatives from the local architectural association, test an intern’s competency to practice architecture
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 07: ORAL EXAMS
Employers, having an Intern Architect on a reasonably lower salary, may not see it in the firm's best interest for the Intern to become an..
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 06: EXAMS
Intern architects often find the Code exam challenging due to its format—specific questions require answers from a physical code book...
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 05: WORK LOAD
With stringent fees and high volume, many firms maintain a lean workforce, placing considerable pressure on all team members...
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 04: LIFE AS AN INTERN
Life as an intern architect varies greatly depending on the firm. I was fortunate to start a startup, where the responsibility....
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 03: INTERNSHIP HOURS
Upon graduation, the journey to licensure begins by applying to the provincial or state architects association.
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECT'S MERIT THEIR FEES 02: PORTFOLIO
For admission into the Master's program, students had to compile a portfolio - a visual testament to their design skills for prospective emp
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David Longpre
Jul 12, 20242 min read
WHY ARCHITECTS MERIT THEIR FEES 01: INTRO
Welcome to the first post in my series titled "Why Architects Merit Their Fees." In this series, I aim to unravel the mysteries of our...
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